Theuerdarnk Nearly Shoots Himself with a Crossbow, from [Theuerdank] Die geuerlicheiten vnd einsteils der geschichten des loblichen streytparen vnd hochberümbten helds vnd Ritters herr Tewrdannckhs 1517

This woodcut by Hans Burgkmair, dating back to 1517, depicts a scene from the epic poem *Theuerdank*. The illustration, titled *Theuerdarnk Nearly Shoots Himself with a Crossbow*, showcases the titular hero in a moment of near-disaster as he aims his crossbow at a deer. The woodcut, part of a series illustrating the poem, employs fine detail and intricate composition, showcasing the artist's skill in conveying narrative through a single image. This piece, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, provides insight into the artistic and literary landscape of 16th-century Germany.